Standing Call for Resumes

Call for Resumes for ‘Casual Work' with Nisga'a Elections for:

Voting Officer

Voting Officer Assistant

Security

For each District:

New Aiyansh, Gitwinksihlkw, Greenville, Kincolith, Terrace, Prince Rupert, and Vancouver

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the District Nisga'a Elections Officer, the individuals will administer voting opportunities at the district polling station for the upcoming National Election of the Nisga'a Nation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Speak English, Write English, Read English
• Knowledge of Nisga'a language and culture an asset
• Preference will be given to those familiar with the Nisga'a Elections Act and related Legislation

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Good interpersonal skills working with people including sensitivity, tact, diplomacy and good judgment.

• Demonstrated ability to deal with potentially difficult and volatile situations.

• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, to work with minimal supervision, to take initiative, to organize and prioritize workload and to meet deadlines.

• Demonstrated ability to establish/maintain satisfactory work relationships with the public and other employees, to deal tactfully and effectively with co-workers, public and staff, to maintain confidentiality, and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Ability to carry out the physical demands of the job, working 12 hours or more a day on designated days.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, complete with current resume, and the names and contact information of references, marked CONFIDENTIAL. Please specify the district you are applying for.

Attn: Jean Clayton, Nisga'a Elections Officer

Nisga'a Elections

PO Box 231, New Aiyansh, B.C. V0J 1A0

Fax: 250-633-2367